The 1982 Lancia Trevi Automatic was the “three box” saloon version of the Beta, launched to tempt British motorists with Italian style, a six-year anti-corrosion warranty and a price to rival a “tarted up Cortina.” Its distinctive dashboard remains one of the most unusual in motoring history.
The 1964 Daihatsu Compagno made history as the first Japanese car in the UK, arriving as a press demonstrator. Well equipped for its time, even with a radio, it was hampered by high import duties and lack of dealer network, with just eight sold before imports ceased. Today only one remains.
Completing the trio is the 1981 Audi 100L Avant, a practical and understated estate designed with a calming interior colour scheme to make journeys more relaxing. Once priced at £6186, it is now the only known surviving example in the UK.
Together these three cars are part of a line-up on display at The Telegraph’s stand, which will host up to 50 of the UK’s rarest cars, offering a rare chance to see automotive history that might never be gathered in one place again. Tickets are available for £14 online until Friday at 15.30pm or at the gate on the day.
Check out below a gallery of images of some of the incredible rare cars joining them on display this weekend!
